Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at STAG MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,306
Total Quantity
519.6K
NHS Cost
£21.0K
vs National Avg
+76.8%
STAG MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 6,306 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £20,965 to the NHS. This is 76.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
545
Jul 2026
526
Jul 2026
562
Jul 2026
513
Jul 2026
544
Jul 2026
525
Jul 2026
508
Jul 2026
515
Jul 2026
569
Jul 2026
492
Jul 2026
507
Jul 2026
500
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,306 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 519,611 |
| Total NHS Cost | £20,965 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +76.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,306 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +76.8% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.